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Title

Florida, its history and its romance: the oldest settlement in the United States, associated with the most romantic events of American history, under the Spanish, French, English, and American flags, 1497-1904.

Creator

Fairbanks, George R. (George Rainsford), PALMM (Project)

Abstract / Description

History of Florida from the expedition of Ponce de Leon in 1513 through the first years of the twentieth century.

Describes French discoveries and colonization efforts in North America, especially in Florida and Canada. Topics covered include: the background of Spanish explorations; French relations with the Spanish, the Indians and the English; and political events in France that affected French activities in the Americas.